2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 381 kg more than 2007 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | SRX | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
